30' Keelboat Sailing Course in Monterey
Build practical keelboat sailing skills in a small-group course
Duration
3–4 days
Ideal For
Up to 4 people
Includes
Instruction, tests, certification
Highlights
Build the skills to sail a 30-foot keelboat in light to moderate sea and wind conditions. Learn the foundations of skipper and crew responsibilities through hands-on instruction.
- Learn to act as competent skipper and crew
- Practice important knots and identify sailboat parts
- Understand points of sail and boat handling
- Master tacking, jibing, heaving to, and reefing
- Practice man-overboard procedures
Itinerary
Day 1 and 2 – Practice and lectures
Day 3 - Additional instruction, written test, skills test, and certification awards
Important details
- Complete the two-hour Introduction to Sailing Course first, unless a Sail Monterey instructor grants special permission
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before the 10am class start
- Bring ASA's "Sailing Made Easy" course book and read it before class
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 14 days before the first class day to be eligible for a refund. Late or absent students receive no refund. If the instructor cancels due to unforeseen circumstances, including weather, a refund, reschedule, or other suitable solution is provided.
Product ID: AM6UVN
FAQs
Complete the two-hour Introduction to Sailing course before you enroll, or get special permission from a Sail Monterey instructor.
Plan for 10:00am to around 3:30pm each day. Arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time.
Dress in layers based on the weather. Wear flat-bottom, non-marking, closed-toe shoes (white soles are recommended). Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, and wear a waterproof or water-resistant outer layer.
Meeting details
Sail Monterey, 78 Old Fisherman's Wharf
